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The Entrepreneurial Journey of Melanie and Ken NickelsMelanie and Ken Nickels create 100 percent eco-friendly hair products, and have several product lines including Raw Hair Organics, Raw Curls, Rodz Grooming for Men and Raw Paws. |
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Four-Legged Fun and ExerciseNaples Dog Center & Salon provides healthy choices in nutrition, as well as working with clients on an individual pet’s behavioral issues. |
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Animal Welfare LexiconDespite the perplexing state of food labeling, it’s still possible to eat compassionately. |
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Southwest Floridians Schedule Downtime in an Uptime WorldShifting from the conditioning of “doing” to “being” can be challenging for some individuals; here is some local advice from SWFL health practitioners. |
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Pets are in Good Hands at Naples Dog Center & SalonNaples Dog Center’s grooming process combines soothing bathing massages with natural solutions such as aromatherapy, homeopathic remedies, and herbs, for the best health of man's best friend. |
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Nutritional Response Testing for PetsIris Ramirez, DVM, of Affectionately Pets House Calls, in Fort Myers, is providing free nutritional response testing for pets when visiting homes for animal health exams or consultations. |
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Help Maintain Dog BeachConsider helping to maintain Dog Beach in Bonita Springs—a unique setting for fun, exercise and socializing for dogs and their owners—by volunteering to assist with keeping it clean. |
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Essential Oils for PetsHow to Use Them Safely Essential oils can be soothing and healing for dogs and cats but some oils can actually cause harm, so it’s wise to consult expert sources first. |
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Canine ConundrumControversy ‘Dogs’ Grain-Free Diet The popular explosion of grain-free dog foods has left vets concerned about food quality and owners worried about possible nutritional outcomes. |
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Pet-Safe HolidaysTips to Keep Them Merry and Safe Holidays can turn dangerous for pets due to the presence of tinsel that can be swallowed, tree water containing preservatives, and table food that’s toxic to animals—and other hazards. |
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Give Rover a RubdownMassage Keeps a Dog at Peak Health Massaging helps a dog to breathe more deeply, enjoy better blood and lymphatic circulation, and relax and de-stress, especially during palliative care. |
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Farewell to a Beloved PetEarth’s Memorial to a Pet’s Passing Innovative options now exist that honor a pet’s remains in an earth-friendly, biodegradable fashion using alkaline water, seeded pods or a manmade ocean reef. |
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Man-Made MeatLaboratory Food to Hit Pet Food Market |
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Stoned DoggiesDangers vs. Benefits of Pet Marijuana |
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Sentient BeingsNew Zealand Enacts Bill Recognizing Animal Intelligence |
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Animal Friends Soothe Autistic ChildrenRelief for Stressful Social Situations |
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